simplicity

[ sim-plis-i-tee ]

/ sɪmˈplɪs ɪ ti /

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noun, plural sim·plic·i·ties.

the state, quality, or an instance of being simple.

freedom from complexity, intricacy, or division into parts: an organism of great simplicity.

absence of luxury, pretentiousness, ornament, etc.; plainness: a life of simplicity.

freedom from deceit or guile; sincerity; artlessness; naturalness: a simplicity of manner.

lack of mental acuteness or shrewdness: Politics is not a field for simplicity about human nature.

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4 candor, directness, honesty.

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Origin of simplicity

1325–75; Middle English simplicite (<Old French simplicité) <Latin simplicitās simpleness, equivalent to simplici- (stem of simplex) simplex + -tās-ty²

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non·sim·plic·i·ty, noun, plural non·sim·plic·i·ties.o·ver·sim·plic·i·ty, nounsu·per·sim·plic·i·ty, noun

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How to use simplicity in a sentence

The idea of a strong, German-built wall to keep the Russian bear at bay is appealing in its brutal simplicity.
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Newman imparts a simplicity and a boyish eagerness to his characters.
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The value of the rapid diagnostic test lies in its simplicity.
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He loved simplicity in his musical arrangements, which allowed his lyrical message and melodies to shine through.
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The emphasis on freshness and simplicity laid forth by the governmental guidelines is in line with his cooking ethos.
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She thought, in her simplicity, that the doctor must have died, since Alessandro was riding home alone.
Ramona|Helen Hunt Jackson
The drawing shows the simplicity of parts of this highly expansive steam-engine, beginning the up-stroke with steam of 100 lbs.
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"It is a pity that father had not kept in his displeasure until after the busy time was over," she said, in her simplicity.
The World Before Them|Susanna Moodie
The almost lazy naturalness and simplicity faded gradually out of it, revealing the alert and seductive woman of the world.
Bella Donna|Robert Hichens
This remedy is sure, and having the advantage of simplicity and economy, should be generally known.
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British Dictionary definitions for simplicity

simplicity

/ (sɪmˈplɪsɪtɪ) /

noun

the quality or condition of being simple

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